USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance

USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance Welcome to the official page for the USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance.

The USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance combines a conservatory environment and interdisciplinary practice with the academic rigor of a major private research institution. Its hallmark is the innovation of a hybrid movement model expressed in new media, scholarship, studio practice, music and choreography. The school prepares leaders for the future and offers students a robust performance repertory and strategic career skills, as well as opportunities for artistic development and collaboration with world-renowned artists in Los Angeles.

This October 17 celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Kaufman International Dance Center, USC’s dazzling home for dance,...
09/30/2026

This October 17 celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Kaufman International Dance Center, USC’s dazzling home for dance, in a dynamic day of movement, creativity, and connection.

RSVP using the link in our bio 🔗

Dancer: Emma Marcellana (Emma Marcellana)
Photo by Danielle De Ojeda

09/28/2026

A good way on becoming a reflective observer of dance! Admissions advice shared by current BFA student Emma Marcellana! ✌️💛♥️

Faith Aguilar ’27 (faith aguilar :)) and Sam Fine ’27 (Sam Fine) are balancing liSam Finell-time USC Kaufman students wi...
09/24/2026

Faith Aguilar ’27 (faith aguilar :)) and Sam Fine ’27 (Sam Fine) are balancing liSam Finell-time USC Kaufman students with growing professional careers—including recently starring together in a Skechers commercial choreographed by Chris Scott (Christopher Scott) and AssChristopher Scott own Kaufman Alum Simrin Player ‘20 (SIMRIN PLAYER)

Read more SIMRIN PLAYERxperience navigating academics, auditions, and professional opportunities at the link in our bio. 🔗

09/22/2026

Admissions season is in full swing! Who better to shed light on the application process than our BFA students? Jasmine Teng shares what you need to know ✌️

09/21/2026

Join us on October 17 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Kaufman International Dance Center, USC’s dazzling home for dance, in a dynamic day of movement, creativity, and connection.  

Like all great things in life, admission is free and open to everyone. Register now at the link in our bio!

Join us for an inspiring day of dance at the Glorya Kaufman International Dance Center on Saturday, October 17.Part of D...
09/17/2026

Join us for an inspiring day of dance at the Glorya Kaufman International Dance Center on Saturday, October 17.

Part of Discover USC, this special event invites prospective students and families to experience the energy, artistry, and excellence of USC Kaufman firsthand.

Head to our website to register ✌️

We are thrilled to announce that five-time Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown is the next Claude and Alfred Mann Endowe...
09/16/2026

We are thrilled to announce that five-time Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown is the next Claude and Alfred Mann Endowed Artist in Dance, marking the arrival of one of the country’s most celebrated directors and choreographers to the university.

Brown, the artistic director and founder of Camille A. Brown & Dancers, begins her tenure in fall 2027, continuing through the 2028-2029 academic year. Her appointment follows a national search by the school to secure leading creative figures to mentor and teach undergraduate BFA students.

“Camille is a visionary, if not transcendent, figure in American dance, theater and media,” said Julia M. Ritter, dean of USC Kaufman. “To have her join us as our multiyear visiting artist is an immense honor and an extraordinary opportunity for our students to learn from a singular talent.”

Starting the semester with a little friendly competition 🎲✨Our students came together for Game Night, facilitated by our...
09/14/2026

Starting the semester with a little friendly competition 🎲✨

Our students came together for Game Night, facilitated by our ASA team, for an evening of games, laughs, and community. A fun way to kick off another year at Kaufman! 🎉

Photos by Isaiah Villegas

A warm welcome to our newest Kaufman family members! ✨Following First-Year Convocation, the Class of 2030 gathered for M...
09/11/2026

A warm welcome to our newest Kaufman family members! ✨

Following First-Year Convocation, the Class of 2030 gathered for Meet the Dean, where Dean Julia M. Ritter (Julia M. Ritter) welcomed our newest BFA students to Kaufman and the place they’ll call home for the next four years.

Here’s to an exciting journey ahead! 🎉

Photos by Nathan Carter

A new semester, a new season of dance ✨USC Kaufman’s Fall 2026 programming is here, featuring Artists-in-Residence (pict...
09/09/2026

A new semester, a new season of dance ✨

USC Kaufman’s Fall 2026 programming is here, featuring Artists-in-Residence (pictured from left to right, top to bottom): Addison Ector, Dwight Rhoden, Al Blackstone, Rafael Bonachela, Jackie “Miss Funk” Lopez and Breeze Lee, alongside new works by Kaufman faculty Sara Silkin, Shannon Grayson and Bret Easterling.

🔗 Discover what’s ahead at the link in our bio.

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